CLA-2-56:S:N:N3H:350 867503
TARIFF NO: 5602.10.9090
Mr. Charles E. Folkers
Fasinfox, Inc.
29 Charlemagne Place
Pine Brook, NJ 07058
RE: The tariff classification of felt make-up applicators, from
Taiwan.
Dear Mr. Folkers:
In your letter dated September 19, 1991, which was received
October 1, 1991, you requested a tariff classification ruling.
The instant samples consist of make-up applicators which
measure approximately 2" square and 2mm thick. They are composed
of a needleloom felt which you indicate is composed of either
acrylic or polyester. While the instant samples are white in
color, you state that in some instances they may be dyed peach.
These applicators are of a type that will be used at cosmetic
counters at department stores and will be imported bulk packed in
cartons.
The applicable subheading for these applicators will be
5602.10.9090, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States
(HTS), which provides for needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fiber
fabrics, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or
laminated. The rate of duty will be 12.5 percent ad valorem.
This classification will remain the same whether or not an
identifying brand name is printed on them.
This merchandise falls within textile category designation
223. Based upon international textile trade agreements, products
of Taiwan are subject to quota and the requirement of a visa.
The designated textile and apparel category may be
subdivided into parts. If so, visa and quota requirements
applicable to the subject merchandise may be affected. Since
part categories are the result of international bilateral
agreements which are subject to frequent renegotiations and
changes, to obtain the most current information
available, we suggest that you check, close to the time of
shipment, the
Status Report On Current Import Quotas (Restraint Levels), an
internal issuance of the U.S. Customs Service, which is available
for inspection at your local Customs office.
This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Section
177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177).
A copy of this ruling letter should be attached to the entry
documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If the
documents have been filed without a copy, this ruling should be
brought to the attention of the Customs officer handling the
transaction.
Sincerely,
Jean F. Maguire
Area Director
New York Seaport